What to expect
Highlights
- The towering gopuram and pillared temple corridors.
- Its status as the "Dakshina Kashi" Shaiva pilgrimage centre.
- The Dodda Jatre chariot (rath) festival.
Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
The Srikanteshwara Temple, also called the Nanjundeshwara Temple, stands at Nanjangud on the banks of the Kapila (Kabini) river about 23 km south of Mysuru. One of the largest and most revered Shaiva temples in Karnataka, it is known as the "Dakshina Kashi" (the Kashi of the South).
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Before you go to Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
We report each site's own published rules neutrally, and only where we can source them.
Typetemple
Nearest baseNanjangud
DistrictMysuru
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours
EntryFree
Its origins reach back to the Ganga and Chola periods and it was enlarged under the Hoysalas, Vijayanagara and the Mysore Wodeyars, giving it a towering gopuram, a long pillared corridor and many shrines. The twice-yearly Dodda Jatre chariot festival draws vast crowds.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 23 km south of Mysuru at Nanjangud; frequent buses, trains and taxis run there.
- Remove footwear and dress modestly; special-darshan tickets are available on busy days.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru145 km
- Ooty125 km
- Coorg (Madikeri)120 km
- Mangaluru250 km
- Kozhikode215 km
Road km to Mysuru; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; the Dodda Jatre (usually March/April and another in autumn) is spectacular but very crowded.
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Today at Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
Sunrise6:13 am
Sunset6:34 pm
Golden hour best light5:34 pm–6:34 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:34 pm–6:59 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 77%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Karnataka. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- Free entry with paid special-darshan options; a major active temple — follow dress and footwear customs.
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Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud — at a glance
Timings~6:00 AM - 8:30 PM (with a midday break; confirm)
Best timeOctober to February; Dodda Jatre (spring/autumn) crowded
Entry: Free (special-darshan tickets extra)
Getting here
How to reach Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
~23 km south of Mysuru at Nanjangud; buses, trains and taxis
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
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When is the best time to visit Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud?
October to February; the Dodda Jatre (usually March/April and another in autumn) is spectacular but very crowded.
What are the entry fee and timings at Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud?
Entry: Free (special-darshan tickets extra). Timings: ~6:00 AM - 8:30 PM (with a midday break; confirm).
How do I reach Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud?
About 23 km south of Mysuru at Nanjangud; frequent buses, trains and taxis run there. Remove footwear and dress modestly; special-darshan tickets are available on busy days.
How much time do I need for Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud?
1 to 1.5 hours.
What else is near Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud?
Nearby you can pair Chamundi Hills (17.2 km), Lingambudhi Lake (18.9 km), Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum (19.6 km), Lalitha Mahal (19.9 km).
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